28 Easy Home Upgrades You Can Get at Etsy

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When planning a room update it’s tempting to focus only on dramatic changes: a fresh coat of paint, statement furniture, even the occasional structural shift like removing a wall. These elements feel like they carry the entire project on their backs. But over the years, I’ve learned that it’s the details that quietly transform a room into something personal and memorable. Wooden legs elevate the furniture you’ve had for a decade. A custom spice shelf can solve kitchen flow problems. Having fake hooks for your favorite hobbies can encourage you to reach for them more often. I even installed vintage switch plates to match the spirit of my 98-year-old colonial house. Customizations of any size don’t just finish a room. They help you reflect better, and they’re often easy upgrades you can make.

That’s why Etsy is one of my first stops whenever I’m looking for special contacts. Etsy’s mix of one-of-a-kind handmade creations and vintage treasures makes it possible to make your home feel nostalgic. Whether you’re knee-deep in a pre-holiday renovation or freshening up a room, you’ll find a finishing touch—if not a tailor-made solution—for your space at Etsy.

Start your treasure hunt with some of our favorites for kitchens, living rooms, closets and beyond.

Upgrades in kitchen

Called the heart of the home for a reason, the kitchen is first and foremost a function — but that doesn’t take away all room for personality. Things you use every day can look good too! We love upgrading the mirrors you may already have in a glass-fronted cabinet to feature meaningful scenes like the hometown skyline. And Etsy’s genius network of conduits makes the syncret skirt trend accessible—even a custom fit in your cottage-inspired space. And make a note: Don’t sleep on Etsy for trendy handmade tiles like Zellage.

Residence upgrade

My husband and I spend the most time in our living room—by ourselves, or entertaining friends and family—so the details here make the most impact. A linen slipcover for the sofa that’s always had pets makes cleaning routines easier, and the light switch doubles as art. Also: Removable wallpaper can be as big or as small as you make it, filling an entire wall or just lining the back of a hutch.

Storage upgrade

If you think storage options stop at the best bins and baskets, you’d be wrong. Etsy shops have introduced a variety of solutions to calm the chaos. Wall-mounted storage makes great use of vertical space, from wrought iron hooks with delicate leaves designed by your favorite brand. And a wooden topper with a front lip, stained on cut and spike, will level any clothes closet with wire shelving.

Exterior upgrades

Ignoring the curb appeal quotient on Etsy would be a disservice. Make a first impression with a whimsical brass doorknob or mailbox decorated with plants. And while it won’t add a pop of personality to the front door, a notable mention is its spare key storage functionality, which looks so contrasting it practically blends in with your outdoor utility.

… and indeed Unexpected The finishing touches

Let this section serve as a reminder that you can actually find quite a bit everything When you bring together 8 million creations from around the world in one marketplace, from hand-painted sink basins to antique pocket doors. Maybe when I’m done with my lazy home renovation, I’ll build a small replica for my backyard birds.

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